Systems Engineer - Product Definer in Midlothian

Edinburgh, Scotland / Newbury, England

Mixed Signal Products (MSP) – Full Time / Hybrid

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn.

We’re hiring a Systems Engineer to lead the definition of next-generation integrated circuits (ICs) for our Industrial business. This is a strategic, cross-functional role that blends technical leadership, customer engagement, and product vision. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges with world-class teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Definition & Architecture
• Lead new concept investigations working closely with engineering and marketing teams to conduct feasibility studies and competitive technical analysis.
• Own product architecture definition and the capture of system requirements in collaboration with key customers and internal teams.
• Evaluate architectural trade-offs to propose optimal technical solutions aligned with market needs.
• Partner with marketing and design leadership to define product roadmaps that resonate with customers and deliver against long-term business goals.
• Customer Focus
• Be the “voice of the customer” within Cirrus Logic – translate customer needs into actionable engineering requirements.
• Engage with customers to present product concepts and specifications, and develop the technical relationships required to identify key product requirements and opportunities.
• Represent Cirrus Logic at industry conferences and forums to promote our products and ensure standards compatibility.
• Support customer engagements globally (travel: approx. 4-6 weeks/year).
• Communication and Collaboration
• Drive technical direction by influencing architectural decisions and technology roadmaps.
• Unambiguously communicate system level requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on product development strategy to cross-functional engineering teams.
• Deliver expert input into design specifications, verification and validation test plans, and go-to-market collateral.
• Participate in IC and board-level design reviews.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equivalent), with strong foundational EE skills.
• Proven analytical and communication skills, and able to influence technical direction.
• Collaborative mindset and logical approach to problem-solving across functional boundaries.
• Natural ability to rapidly learn new concepts and technologies.
• Experience working directly with customers and translating market needs into engineering solutions.
• Able to manage competing priorities and thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable presenting technical content to wide audiences up to Executive Leadership level.
• Hands-on experience with lab-based competitive analysis and teardown investigations.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Background in semiconductor product definition, system architecture, or mixed-signal IC design for low-power applications.
• Experience with ICs or electronic systems for Industrial applications within Industry 4.0, Electrification, and/or Smart Infrastructure.

This role is based in our Edinburgh office, UK. This is a hybrid position and will follow a 2+ day in-office work schedule, with in-office days based on business needs and team preference. You must be based within commutable distance of the work location listed on the job posting, or willing to relocate prior to beginning employment with Cirrus Logic.

At Cirrus Logic, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and we are committed to encouraging an open and collaborative culture where different approaches, ideas, and points of view are respected and valued.